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A Complete Guide to eBook Writing
Ready to make your debut as a digital author? Whether you have useful advice to sell, or just want your voice to be heard, putting your words in an eBook (electronic book) and selling virtual copies of it online is an effective, low-cost way to self-publi...
How to Raise Money
As they say: money doesn't grow on trees! So when you really need money, whether it's for a charity, or your child's school, where do you get all that cash? Below you'll find many ideas to help with any situation; use the headers to find the right section...
How to Rap
Rap is a complex mix of influences, including elements of speech, prose, poetry, and song. Learn to rap by listening to the masters, learning rhythms, and practicing your own lyrics. There are no shortcuts, and you won't sound like Kendrick Lamar or Emine...
How to Get Your Significant Other to Treat You Right
It’s normal for relationships to have their ups and downs and for feelings to fluctuate along the way. However, if you feel like you’re not receiving the respect you deserve or the consideration you’d like, it may be time to discuss your needs and wants w...
How to Beat Boredom over the Summer
The first week of summer is glorious. By the second week, you almost want to go back to school early. Shake that thought out of your head. There's a world of activity out there, so seize the day and see what grabs your attention.
How to Mount a Horse
The first step to a good ride is mounting the horse properly. A good mount helps keep both you and your horse safe and comfortable during riding. Mounting a horse properly requires that you take the time to get your horse ready for riding. It also require...
How to Install Subversion on Mac OS X
Subversion, sometimes called SVN, is an open-source system that remembers every change made to your files and directories. It can be helpful if you'd like to track how your documents have changed over time or to recover an older version of a file. Start a...
How to Shrink Wrap a Pallet
Shrink-wrapping is a packaging technique used to secure items to a pallet with either PVC or polyolefin plastic. The material used for shrink-wrapping is either a pre-sized bag plastic film bag or a roll of plastic film that is manually wrapped around the...
How to Regain an Estranged Ex's Friendship
You and your ex may have parted on bad terms and have not spoken for a while. While you are not interested in getting back together with them romantically, you may be interested in reconnecting as friends. While being friends with your ex can often be com...
How to Make Your Skin Glow in Minutes
We've all been there—you're rushing to get ready for a date or a big work meeting, and suddenly you notice your complexion is dry and dull. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to fake a gorgeous glow in a hurry. In addition, try incorporating a few...
How to Read a Tape Measure in Inches or Centimeters
You need to take a quick measurement, but how can you decipher all the markings on your measuring tape? The lines on your tape measure make it easier to get a precise reading, and it's pretty easy to figure out how to read your measurement once you unders...
How to Build a Kitchen Table
Even a beginning woodworker can build a kitchen table if they have a small selection of carpentry tools. These instructions describe a table with surface dimensions about 69" x 46" (175cm x 120cm). You may adjust the plan to a different size by cutting th...
How to Fix Your Car's Air Conditioner
A faulty automotive air conditioner can be one of the more difficult issues to diagnose and repair. If your car’s air conditioner isn’t blowing cold air, the first thing you should look for are signs of leaking or an A/C compressor that does not engage. I...
How to Remove Hard Water Spots
Hard water is water with a high amount of mineral deposits like lime, silica, and calcium. When the water dries, the deposits are left behind, leaving unsightly spots on glass or ceramic surfaces, particularly in bathrooms and kitchens. If you're tired of...
How to Train a Cat to Use a Litter Box
Most cats learn from their mothers at a very young age to use a litter box, but recently-adopted stray or feral cats may not know how to use a litter box.[1] X Research source Sometimes even a well-trained cat may seem to "forget" and start...
How to Stop a Bicycle Rim from Wobbling
The best way to make sure a bicycle rim stops wobbling is through using a method called "truing" the wheel. The spokes on your bike all work together to keep the rim straight, each one pulling in a slightly different direction at the same force in order t...